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Distinction Dunedin Hotel

4.5 star property
Eco-certified accommodation in the heart of Dunedin combines stylish relaxation with business convenience for travelers who care about their environmental impact

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Distinction Dunedin Hotel, in the city center, blends luxury with eco-friendliness. Guests enjoy a substantial breakfast and in-room WiFi. The hotel features a bar, gym, and banquet facilities, with attentive staff catering to both leisure and business travelers.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
The current price is AED 404
AED 465 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Jun - 6 Jun

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Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime

Contactless check-in available

Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 2 percent for credit card payments

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Rollaway/extra beds are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately NZD 40 for adults and NZD 19 for children
  • Covered self parking fee: NZD 30 per day
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 2 percent

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector and window guards

We should mention

Parking height restrictions apply

National rating

Rating provided by Qualmark®, source of official star ratings for accommodation in New Zealand.

Frequently asked questions

Is Distinction Dunedin Hotel pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Distinction Dunedin Hotel?

As of 21 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Distinction Dunedin Hotel on 5 June 2026 start from AED 404, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking?

Self parking is available for NZD 30 per day.

What time is check-in at Distinction Dunedin Hotel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at Distinction Dunedin Hotel?

Check-out is at 10 AM.

Where is Distinction Dunedin Hotel located?

Located in Dunedin City Centre, this luxury hotel is within a 5-minute walk of Grand Casino, Dunedin Chinese Garden, and Speight's Brewery. The Octagon and Toitu Otago Settlers Museum are also within 10 minutes. Dunedin Railway Station is 9 minutes by foot.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

9.8

Cleanliness

9.2

Location

9.6

Staff & service

9.8

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 782 out of 930 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 129 out of 930 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 9 out of 930 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 7 out of 930 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 930 reviews

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Sonya

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stay was great, friendly staff and lovely breakfast
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Chad

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and spacious rooms and surprisingly quiet given the hotel location very close to the city center. Keep in mind you'll be charged $30 per day for parking.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quality rooms and restaurant.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was very nice, comfortable, super clean. Check in staff was very friendly, fast and super helpful. Location excellent too, easy walk to shops, restaurants.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Al

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were so helpful
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Bhavik

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is such an amazing hotel in the heart of Dunedin City Centre. The staff were extremely friendly and helpful and provided great recommendations for what to explore. The restaurant staff were also very accommodating. Overall, we really enjoyed our stay here.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Donna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Rooms are very nice and breakfast was very good.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Kellie Maree

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff on arrival were amazing and super friendly. The hotel was excellent - highly recommended
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Dean

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent room an staff awesome especially Moana in the restaurant, she was fantastic.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Yvette

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great fresh , tasty buffet breakfast! Nice room with everything you require for an overnight stay! Will not hesitate to book a distinction hotel in future! Thank you
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Rajnish

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely hotel be it location , ambience and service . Good breakfast be it choice and more important is quality . Friendly , helpful and courteous staff ! Hence a comfortable stay Would love to stay again in case one visits again ! Cheers
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Anna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Outstanding from start to finish. Staff were excellent and super helpful, rooms were spacious and really well appointed. We will definitely be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Corinne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful hotel in a great location. We had a one bedroom suite and loved it. The shower with the push button on off for overhead rain shower or hand held was a first for us and the best system we've ever experienced. Helpful staff and nice buffet breakfast as well. Lastly we had dinner in the hotel and the food was excellent!!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We love our quality hotels and this was no exception. Clean, polite staff, buffet breakfast good and close to all amenities
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Linda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful motel, very comfortable beds, rooms and ensuite good size.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Lee Meredith

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were helpful. Place was clean and tidy. Our rooms were made up well and while we’re were out. Everything was restocked. Quiet. Great location.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Cyril

Liked: Cleanliness
Room clean. Bar good.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Jo

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Distinction is our go-to for Dunedin. Friendly staff, great breakfast and a quiet and comfortable room.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Melissa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Excellent hotel! Great staff exquisite beds and great water pressure in the shower!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly staff and comfortable room! We were amazed that an apartment sized washer and dryer were in the room. Very plush bedding and living space made it a 5 star rating! The restaurant was an added bonus! The Chinese Tea Garden was within walking distance.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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8/10 Good

Heng

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Friendly staff and convenient location in the city.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Joshua

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing hotel. Nicest I’ve stayed at in a long long time. Everything was clean and super modern and the staff were so helpful and accomodating
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice room, central location. You can easily walk to lots of restaurants and shops. We had a 2 bedroom apartment, which was comfortable and clean, and looked like it had been recently refurbished.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Katherine

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was good, comfortable bed, lovely open room. Very clean.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Aaron

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very good food in the restaurant, the staff members were amazing and the room(s) were very nice! I would absolutely stay here again. Walking distance to eateries and the beautiful buildings downtown.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025